Trustee – POW Nottingham
POW Nottingham is a non-profit, voluntary organisation supporting the rights, safety and wellbeing of sex workers and those at risk of exploitation. We champion self determination, recognising each individual’s right to remain in or leave sex work, and we work to reduce stigma, challenge violence, and ensure access to essential services.
Our work spans advocacy, education, multi agency collaboration and direct support. Through drop ins, specialist clinics, outreach, and casework, we provide holistic, person centred support to a community whose needs are often complex and urgent. Our beneficiaries consistently tell us that POW is a place of trust, respect and safety often a lifeline during the most challenging moments of their lives.
Following the closure of our building and a temporary pause in services last year, POW is now undertaking a structural reset. With plans to reopen our building in 2026 and relaunch services once funding is secured, this is a crucial period of renewal and strategic development.
Why Join Us Now?
This is an exciting opportunity to help steer a well loved organisation through a period of transformation. As a Trustee, you will play a central role in shaping and overseeing the implementation of our new strategy, ensuring POW can return to delivering the vital support our community relies on.
You will be joining a newly forming Board at a time when your insight, leadership and commitment can have a profound impact. This is a chance to contribute your skills to a cause that changes lives, while gaining valuable governance experience and working alongside passionate, values driven colleagues.
What We’re Looking For
We welcome applications from people of all backgrounds and identities who share our values and are passionate about our mission. We are particularly keen to hear from individuals with experience in:
- Marketing or PR
- HR or organisational development
- Fundraising
- Charity governance
- Financial management or accountancy
- Organisational change
Above all, Trustees must be committed to POW’s vision of self determination and the rights of sex workers.
Your Responsibilities
As a Trustee, you will:
- Ensure POW has a clear, sustainable strategy centred on the needs of our service users
- Safeguard the charity’s assets, including its reputation
- Support and hold the leadership team to account
- Work collaboratively with fellow Trustees to deliver POW’s aims
- Champion good governance, transparency and accountability
Time Commitment
Trustees attend monthly Board meetings (usually in person in Nottingham, with hybrid options available) and our AGM in May. Meetings take place during weekday working hours. You will also need time to read Board papers and attend one or two events each year.
How to Apply
To apply, please send your CV and a personal statement outlining your interest to[email removed]. If you’d like an informal conversation first, we’re happy to arrange a chat with our current Chair or Interim CEO.
